[kictanet] Day 1 of 5 - should we proceed with the discussion?

[Bill Kagai]

John,
It's not that am opposed to the discussion per se. I just feel its time to
move things a notch higher and engage positively with the problem rather
than just discuss passively so that we end up being part of the solution.
As an example, Red Cross has been sending signals that they overwhelmed with
logistics in reaching those in need of aid. How can ICT/Kictanet help in
mapping the regions, developing databases of resources versus populations
affected etc. Can we maybe contact Red Cross and ask for their requirements
then help them out???

Bill

On Jan 28, 2008 10:31 AM, John Walubengo <jwalu at yahoo.com> wrote:

> Bill,
>
> Indeed I debated within myself this question.  In the midst
> of all the chaos I wondered:
>
> 1. Is it possible to remain focus and discuss ICT issues
> 2. Shouldnt we pause and review the issues after the chaos
> has subsided?
> 3. Are we doing the victims some injustice by talking ICT
> as they continue to die?
>
> I notice Brian has already commenced the discussion but
> please feel free to call for an injuction of the process
> and we shall go by the majority vote.
>
> walu.
>
> --- Bill Kagai <mediacorp.research at mediacorp.co.ke> wrote:
>
> > John,
> > With all due respect I don't think this is the time to do
> > a postmortem for
> > we are still in the mess. This could be the opportunity
> > for kictanet to move
> > from policy oriented discussion to actual engagement on
> > the ground.
> >
>
>
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